Pinus uncinata mountain pine
Ectovit (ectomycorrhizal)Pinus
Pine trees are superb trees which grow in a wide climate scale - from cold northern countries to hot coastal sites. They are probably most beautiful in their natural environment.
Uncinata is a subspecies of mountain pine. Its main difference from dwarf mountain pine is a central leader which helps it make a tree character. Also, this pine is much taller in full maturity as opposed to common mountain pine, forming a widely pyramidal habit, slightly irregular. Uncinata is common in the Pyrenees, Alps, Carpathians, Apennines and Balkan Peninsula mountains. It bears dark green needles borne in pairs.
Last update 08-02-2011
This pine is usually found in moist locations but can take much drier conditions if grown from seeds in situ. Grow it in well-drained soil in full sun. Fully hardy to approx. -45�C (USDA zone 2).
